Sprains of the Tibiofibular ligmament
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Definition:
An injury to the tibiofibular ligament when the joint is carried through a range of motion greater than normal, but without dislocation or fracture. "High ankle sprain"
Symptoms- Pain in the lower leg/upper ankle
- Swelling in the ankle
- Point tender on the tibiofibular ligament
- Loss of ROM in the ankle
Causes- Excessive rotation of the ankle (adduction or abduction of the foot)
- Extremes of dorsiflexion
- Combinations of dorsiflexion with adduction or abduction
Treatment- ROM and stretching
- Foot intrinsic muscle strengthening
- Soft tissue massage
- Lower extremity strengthening
- Balance training
- Gait program
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